Painkiller
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Jeah, jeah, jeah
Lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
C'mon, ah-uh, ah-uh
Lets it go
Painkiller, oh, uh, uh
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Jeah, lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer, killer, killer
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Ah-uh, ah-uh, for a painkiller, killer, killer
You see, we work hard, play hard
Man, I gotta stay charged
Can't sleep, tired out
Trouble on my radar
Runnin' 'round live wire
Had anotha Red Bull
Everybody's burnin', baby
Let me come and get a pull
Isn't it incredible
That I'm even still awake?
Still alive, still I take
Poison that debilitates
Fuck a little line
We can go ahead and kill a K
Livin' in the killer's state
Maybe that's a good excuse
See me taking shots at the bar
Like I'm bulletproof
Now my belly full of juice
I'm walking every day with a
Bruised lip, battered eye
Beat up stained liver
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Now we live fast, die young
Wish I never tried none
Saturated chemical
But I don't wanna die mum
Maybe you could try some
No point wasting it
First it was a little bit
But now I got my face in it
Run around chasin' it
Everything is so hot
Everybody's screw faced
Looking like so raw
Pressure and it won't stop
Pushing up my heart rate
Arguments and attitude
Mate, you don't wanna start me
Listen man, I can't wait
Now I got a closed fist
Woke up shivering and
Swimming in my own piss
It's just my own risk
A real brain splitta
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
c'mon, c'mon
Painkiller
C'mon, c'mon
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, ah-uh, ah-uh, c'mon
Ah-uh, ah-uh, lets it go, painkiller
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
c'mon
Painkiller
C'mon
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer
"Painkiller" is a song by the Australian drum and bass band Pendulum. The song talks about substance abuse, which is evident from the lyrics "reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller" and "runnin' 'round live wire." The song describes how the individual consumes different substances to keep going despite being tired, in physical and mental pain, and how they can't function without it. The lyrics also talk about how others around them, including their peers, are also in the same condition and how they perceive substance abuse as normal. The term “killer” is repeatedly used to explain that although the substance may be harmful and debilitating, the singer continues to consume it. The song also highlights that substance abuse has consequences, both physical and mental, and can lead to a collapse in one's life.
The song is a perfect example of the drum and bass genre, which Pendulum is known for. The upbeat, fast-paced melody is accompanied by a catchy hook, which adds to the overall appeal of the song. The lyrics are relatable, and the overall theme of the song is compelling. "Painkiller" was released in 2008 and received a positive response from audiences. Many praised the lyrics for tackling a sensitive topic and appreciated the catchy melody.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ASTON HARVEY, MARCEL ATTEEN, MATTHEW DAVID CANTOR, ROBERT THOMPSON SWIRE
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